(L to R): The MoU was signed by Mr. Praveen Agrawal, Chief - HR & IR, Social Impact Group, Facility Management & Health Services of Tata Power-DDL and Dr. Ompal Singh, Registrar & Secretary (i/c), Administrative Staff College of India through a virtual conference
Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited (Tata Power-DDL), a leading power utility supplying electricity to a populace of 7 million in North Delhi and the Administrative Staff College of India (ASCI), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly impart trainings and develop capacity-building initiatives in the power sector in India and abroad. The MoU seeks to provide a framework for cooperation between ASCI and Tata Power-DDL for co-creation, development and imparting courses for Training and Skill Development to the personnel in the Power Sector and other interested organizations/individuals both in India and abroad.
The MoU was signed by Mr. Praveen Agrawal, Chief - Human Resource, Industrial Relations, Social Impact Group, Facility Management & Health Services of Tata Power-DDL and Dr. Ompal Singh, Registrar & Secretary (i/c), Administrative Staff College of India through a virtual conference in the presence of Mr. Anoop Nandi, HOD – BD & Collaborations (HR-TD) and Prof. Rajkiran Bilolikar, Director - Centre for Energy Studies and other senior officials from both the organisations.
The collaboration aims to introduce and train engineers on emerging trends related to operation and maintenance, distributed energy generation, smart grid technologies, and activities of Power Distribution Systems, among others, for the next five years. The advanced training programs will cover a spectrum of crucial areas, including Smart Grid, Grid Automation (SCADA/ADMS), Smart Metering, Sub-Transmission Line, Grid Substation O&M from EHV to LV level, RE Grid Integration, Electric Vehicle and Charging Infrastructure, IoT, AI & ML with Drone Technology Integration, Fire & Safety, and Net Zero Emission. Both parties will engage in reciprocal faculty utilization for diverse training programs, enabling the invitation of Distinguished Faculty members from either organization to conduct select training sessions.
Speaking on the collaboration, Mr. Praveen Agrawal, Chief - Human Resources, Industrial Relations, SIG, FM and Health Services, Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited said, “We are excited to unveil our strategic collaboration with the Administrative Staff College of India (ASCI), highlighting Tata Power Delhi Distribution Ltd's dedication to enhancing skill development in the power sector. This partnership is a testament to our commitment to fostering continuous learning and expertise within our teams. This multifaceted collaboration underscores Tata Power-DDL's unwavering commitment to staying at the forefront of innovation and skill enrichment in the dynamic field of power distribution."
Speaking on the collaboration, Prof. Rajkiran Bilolikar, Director - Centre for Energy Studies, Administrative Staff College of India (ASCI) said, "We are happy to embark on this collaborative journey with Tata Power-DDL, aiming to co-create and deliver impactful training and skill development courses in the dynamic power sector. We are keen on combining ASCI’s Centre for Energy Studies’ capabilities in capacity building of power sector professionals in Techno-Managerial Development and leadership training with Tata Power-DDL’s technical expertise. We are looking forward to this beautiful synergy to train power sector from India and abroad. This MoU signifies our commitment to advancing knowledge, fostering innovation, and addressing the evolving needs of the industry through joint initiatives and programs in shaping the visionary leadership in the power sector."
About Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited
Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited is a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of NCT of Delhi. Tata Power-DDL distributes electricity in North Delhi and serves a populace of 7 million. Tata Power-DDL has been a frontrunner in implementing power distribution reforms and is acknowledged for its consumer-friendly practices. Since privatization, the Aggregate Technical & Commercial (AT&C) losses in Tata Power-DDL areas have shown a record decline. Today, AT&C losses stand at 6.34%, which is an unprecedented reduction from an opening loss level of 53% in July 2002. To learn more, please visit www.tatapower-ddl.com/
About Administrative Staff College of India:
The Administrative Staff College of India (ASCI), established in Hyderabad in 1956, emerged as a pioneering initiative by the Government of India and Indian Industry. Conceived with the mandate to be a premier management and leadership training institute, ASCI focus on empowering senior civil servants, senior practice managers of Public Sector Units, senior government officials, and elected government representatives. The Centre for Energy Studies (CES), operating under the aegis of ASCI, stands at the forefront of energy sector consultancy, training, and policy advocacy. The expertise encompasses a wide range of activities, including research, policy formulation, and implementation strategies in the energy domain, reflecting its commitment to promoting sustainable energy practices and its ability to address contemporary challenges in the energy sector. To learn more Administrative Staff College of India, please visit, www.asci.org.in